Quiz #2 - Houston and the Texan Army

What was the "Runaway Scrape" in the context of the Texas Revolution?

• A battle between the Texan and Mexican armies

• The mass evacuation of Texan settlers fleeing the advancing Mexican army

• A treaty signed between Texas and Mexico

• A celebration of Texan independence

Who was the leader of the Texan Army during the events mentioned in the prompt?

• Stephen F. Austin

• James Fannin

• Sam Houston

• William B. Travis

What strategic decision did Sam Houston make during the Runaway Scrape?

• To attack the Mexican army head-on

• To retreat and regroup his forces

• To surrender to the Mexican army

• To negotiate a peace treaty

What was the significance of the "twin sisters" mentioned in the prompt?

• They were two important Texan leaders

• They were two cannons gifted to the Texan army

• They were two battleships used in the revolution

• They were two towns that supported the Texan cause

What was the content of Burnet's note to Sam Houston?

• A request for immediate surrender

• A plea for reinforcements

• An order to stand and fight

• A message of support and encouragement

What happened to Harrisburg during the events of the Texas Revolution?

• It was fortified by the Texan army

• It was burned by the Mexican army

• It became the capital of Texas

• It was the site of a major battle

Why did Sam Houston choose to retreat to a plantation during the Runaway Scrape?

• To hide from the Mexican army

• To gather supplies and reinforcements

• To negotiate with plantation owners

• To plan a surprise attack

What was the primary reason for the Texan settlers' fear during the Runaway Scrape?

• The threat of Native American attacks

• The advancing Mexican army led by Santa Anna

• The lack of food and resources

• The harsh weather conditions